Lafayette Hotels Waves Oceanfront Resort

Trade Lecture Halls for the Atlantic Shoreline

Imagine clocking out and walking straight onto a seven-mile stretch of golden sand. That’s daily life at Waves Oceanfront Resort, part of the respected Lafayette Hotels family, located right on the beach in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. We’re looking for hands-on, dependable university students to join our Maintenance team for the Summer to Fall season – and to make this the summer you talk about for years.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Maintenance Assistant, you’re the person who keeps the resort running smoothly and looking sharp for every guest who walks through the door. Your day-to-day will include:

• Performing light repairs and general upkeep in guest rooms, hallways, and common areas (patching, painting, touch-ups, furniture assembly)
• Assisting with basic plumbing and electrical tasks such as changing fixtures, unclogging drains, and replacing bulbs
• Maintaining the pool area, outdoor decks, walkways, and landscaping so everything looks postcard-perfect
• Responding quickly and politely to guest maintenance requests
• Moving and setting up furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed
• Keeping tools, storage rooms, and work areas clean, safe, and organized
• Reporting larger issues to the Maintenance Supervisor and learning from experienced technicians

Why Old Orchard Beach?

Old Orchard Beach is a classic New England summer town and a magnet for international students. Think a wooden pier lined with food stands, the historic Palace Playland amusement park, fireworks over the ocean every Thursday night, live music, arcades, and sunsets that look unreal on camera. The town buzzes with J-1 students from all over the world, so making friends is effortless.

Better still, you’re perfectly placed for weekend adventures: Portland is a 30-minute ride away with its famous food scene and craft breweries, Boston is about 1.5 hours by car or train, and Acadia National Park awaits for the ultimate Maine road trip. Stay into Fall and you’ll witness New England’s world-famous autumn colors.

The Details

• Position: Maintenance Assistant
• Employer: Lafayette Hotels – Waves Oceanfront Resort
• Location: Old Orchard Beach, Maine
• Pay: $15.75 per hour
• Hours: 35 hours per week (overtime may be available during peak weeks)
• Season: Summer to Fall
• Tips: Not applicable for this role

What’s In It For You

• Solid, reliable paycheck with a well-established hospitality group
• Practical skills in facilities maintenance, problem-solving, and safety procedures – great for any CV
• Real American work experience and daily English practice with guests and colleagues
• A supportive team that trains you properly, plus supervisors used to working with international students
• Beach lifestyle: work, swim, explore, repeat
• An international student community and a season full of new friendships

What We’re Looking For

• University student aged 18–25 with valid J-1 Work & Travel USA sponsorship
• Conversational English (enough to understand instructions and help guests)
• Physically fit – comfortable lifting, bending, climbing stairs, and being on your feet
• Practical mindset and willingness to learn; no prior experience required, but any DIY, technical, or repair background is a bonus
• Reliable, punctual, and flexible with schedules including weekends and holidays
• Positive attitude and a genuine desire to help guests

Ready to Apply?

Maintenance placements at oceanfront resorts fill quickly. If you want a summer of steady hours, useful skills, and Atlantic sunsets, apply now and start your Work & Travel USA adventure in Old Orchard Beach, Maine.